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Beneficient

Beneficient is a technology-enabled financial services holding company that (together with its subsidiaries) provides simple, rapid, and cost-effective liquidity solutions to participants in the alternative asset industry through its end-to-end online platform, AltAccess. BCG's products and services are designed to meet the unmet needs of mid-to-high net-worth individual investors, small-to-midsize institutional investors, family offices, and fund general partners. Its bespoke liquidity solutions for otherwise illiquid alternative asset investments are delivered through proprietary technology and an innovative financing and trust structure. It has three reportable segments consisting of Ben Liquidity, Ben Custody and Customer ExAlt Trusts.

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The Complexities of Share Buyback Programs</strong></h2>
<p>While share buybacks can enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of outstanding shares and boosting earnings-per-share (EPS) ratios, they also introduce significant risks and challenges for companies. These risks are multifaceted, encompassing financial, operational, and market-related factors that must be carefully managed to ensure successful execution.</p>
<p>One of the primary concerns is the irrevocability of many buyback contracts. Companies often enter into agreements with brokers that commit them to purchasing a fixed amount of shares over a specified period. However, unforeseen circumstances such as mergers and acquisitions (M&amp;A), economic shocks, or changes in business strategy may necessitate pausing or canceling these programs. Terminating such agreements can prove costly, particularly during periods of market volatility when unwinding accumulated portfolios incurs substantial losses.</p>
<p>For example, during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, several prominent UK companies, including Diageo, BP, and Pearson, were forced to pause or cancel multi-billion-dollar buyback programs. This decision was driven by the need to preserve capital amid uncertain economic conditions. However, terminating these programs required unwinding existing positions at fair value, resulting in significant costs due to adverse market movements.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Market Volatility of Share Buybacks</strong> <strong>and Its Impact</strong></h2>
<p>Volatility plays a critical role in the mechanics of share buybacks but poses unique challenges for issuers. Banks executing buyback programs typically require fluctuations in stock prices to generate discounts, allowing them to time purchases effectively. While this approach maximizes cost efficiency, it introduces potential conflicts of interest between banks and their clients.</p>
<p>Critics argue that brokers prioritize their own profitability over the issuer&#8217;s broader objectives. Such as maintaining stable cash flow management or signaling confidence to shareholders. For instance, during <a href="https://www.globaltrading.net/the-challenge-of-share-buybacks/">ING Group&#8217;s </a>€1.5 billion buyback program in 2023, the broker reportedly delayed transferring shares until after the company paid dividends, enabling it to capture additional income despite contractual losses on the buyback agreement. Such practices highlight the complexities and inherent risks associated with dynamic hedging strategies employed by banks.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Regulatory Constraints and Disclosure Requirements</strong></h2>
<p>Regulatory frameworks governing share buybacks vary significantly across jurisdictions, further complicating their execution. In Europe, Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) mandates strict disclosure requirements, obliging companies to announce their intentions ahead of time and report daily transaction details. While these rules aim to maintain market integrity, they limit flexibility and expose issuers to information leakage risks.</p>
<p>In contrast, U.S. regulations under <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/r/rule-10b5-1.asp#:~:text=Rule%2010b5%2D1%20allows%20company,by%20a%20formula%20or%20metrics.">Rule 10b-51</a> provide greater flexibility, allowing brokers to execute buybacks during pre-earnings blackout periods without violating insider trading laws. However, this discretion comes with volume restrictions designed to prevent market manipulation. Companies must carefully balance compliance with regulatory obligations against their strategic objectives, ensuring transparency while minimizing potential disruptions to share price stability.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Strategic Alignment and Flexibility</strong></h2>
<p>To address these challenges, companies are increasingly demanding more flexible buyback structures that align with their long-term goals. Pearson, a UK-listed education software company, exemplifies this trend by introducing a hybrid model combining performance-based and fixed-fee elements. Partnering with Citi, Pearson incorporated mechanisms allowing it to override purchase instructions or cancel the program entirely if unforeseen circumstances arise. Such as M&amp;A opportunities or external shocks.</p>
<p>This shift reflects growing recognition of the uncertainties inherent in modern financial markets. By prioritizing adaptability and incorporating shorter-term programs, companies can better navigate volatile environments while preserving strategic flexibility. As Ali Farhan, Director of Strategic Equity Solutions at Citi, notes: &#8220;Since COVID, we've seen more buybacks run on a quarterly basis, which are shorter-dated programs than before. It's a lot easier for companies to take a three-to-six-month view rather than a 12-month or two-year view.&#8221;</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Conclusion</strong></h2>
<p>Share buybacks remain a powerful tool for enhancing shareholder value but require careful consideration of the associated risks and challenges. Issuers must navigate complex regulatory landscapes, manage relationships with executing brokers, and anticipate potential disruptions to their business environment. By adopting flexible, strategically aligned approaches, companies can optimize the benefits of buyback programs while mitigating their downside risks. As financial markets continue to evolve, the ability to adapt and innovate will be crucial for success in this domain.</p>


Buybacks

Share Buybacks And Their Complexities

<p><strong>Saia, Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAIA#NASDAQ">SAIA</a>) posted better-than-expected results for its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SAIA/earnings">fourth quarter on Monday</a>.</p>
<p>The company posted GAAP earnings of $2.84 per share, beating market estimates of $2.80 per share. The company's quarterly sales came in at $788.952 million versus expectations of $786.523 million.</p>
<p>Saia President and CEO, Fritz Holzgrefe, commented on the year stating, &#8220;I am pleased with the progress we made this year, as we opened 21 new terminals and relocated 9 others, further enhancing our service offerings in both new and existing markets. We are proud to bring our 100th year in operation to a close with 214 terminals and our ability to provide direct service to all 48 contiguous states, positioning us as a leading national carrier. We remain focused on operational excellence and are pleased with customer acceptance thus far. We onboarded approximately 1,300 new team members during the year and closed 2024 with over 15,000 employees company-wide.&#8221;</p>
<p>Saia shares gained 0.6% to trade at $473.12 on Tuesday.</p>
<p>These analysts made changes to their price targets on Saia following earnings announcement.</p>
<ul>
<li>B of A Securities analyst Ken Hoexter maintained Saia with a Buy and lowered the price target from $600 to $565.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo analyst Christian Wetherbee maintained the stock with an Equal-Weight rating and lowered the price target from $550 to $510.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Brian Ossenbeck maintained the stock with an Overweight and lowered the price target from $566 to $558.</li>
<li>Susquehanna analyst Bascome Majors maintained Saia with a Neutral and raised the price target from $530 to $540.</li>
<li>Raymond James analyst Patrick Tyler Brown maintained the stock with an Outperform rating and lowered the price target from $560 to $540.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Considering buying SAIA stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think:</strong> </p>
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Earnings

News

Price Target

Markets

Analyst Ratings

Trading Ideas

SAIA

These Analysts Revise Their Forecasts On Saia After Q4 Results

Rumors

DOMO

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WIIM

Fabrinet shares are trading lower after JP Morgan cut its price target on the stock from $275 to $265.

<p>Morgan Stanley  analyst Joseph Moore   maintains Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $158 to $147.</p>


Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Advanced Micro Devices, Lowers Price Target to $147

Marathon Says To Operate Refineries At 85% Of Capacity In Q1 2025

<p>Citigroup  analyst Jason Bazinet   maintains Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EA#NASDAQ">EA</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $163 to $139.</p>


Citigroup Maintains Neutral on Electronic Arts, Lowers Price Target to $139

JJSF

J&J Snack Foods shares are trading lower after the company reported worse-than-expected Q1 adjusted EPS results.

<p>B of A Securities  analyst Michael Feniger   upgrades Timken (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TKR#NYSE">TKR</a>) from Underperform to Neutral and raises the price target from $73 to $78.</p>


Upgrades

B of A Securities Upgrades Timken to Neutral, Raises Price Target to $78

<p>FirstService Corporation (TSX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSV#TSX">FSV</a>, NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSV#NASDAQ">FSV</a>) ("<strong>FirstService</strong>") announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a 10% increase in the quarterly cash dividend on the outstanding Common Shares of the Company and declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.275 per Common Share, up from the previous US$0.25 per Common Share. The dividend is payable on April 7, 2025 to holders of Common Shares of record at the close of business on March 31, 2025.</p>


Dividends

TSX:FSV

FirstService Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend From $0.25 To $0.275 Per Share

Universe Pharmaceuticals shares are trading lower after the company announced a nasdaq delisting notice.

<p>SenesTech, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNES#NASDAQ">SNES</a>), a pioneer in humane pest control solutions, is pleased to announce its plans to enter the Indian rodent pest control market through a partnership with SMark, a well-established distributor based in India. The partnership is cemented by a recently signed letter of intent, underscoring the shared commitment to bringing innovative, non-lethal rodent control solutions to this rapidly growing market.</p>
<p>India presents a significant opportunity for rodent pest control solutions, with an estimated market size exceeding $81 million, growing at over 10% annually, and driven by rapid urbanization, agriculture demand, and public health concerns. Rodent infestations impact food supply chains, damage infrastructure, and pose serious health risks, highlighting the critical need for advanced, sustainable pest management strategies.</p>


Global

SNES

SenesTech Announced Entry Into Indian Rodent Pest Control Market Via Partnership With SMark; Market Growing 10% Annually

Guidance

CLIK

Click CEO Announces Key 2024 Achievements: Raised $5.6M From Listing, Revenue Growth Projected At 40% In 2024 Vs 2023; Entered Agreement With Care U To Expand CCSV Scheme; Plans for 2025 Include Investing in Seniors Solutions, Exploring M&As, And Expanding Into Smart Home Market For Seniors

<p>The battle between <strong>Advanced Micro Devices Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) and <strong>Qualcomm Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) is heating up as both chipmakers gear up<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings"> to report earnings</a>. </p>
<p>As AMD struggles to regain momentum, Qualcomm is riding a bullish wave.</p>
<p>Let's break down the numbers and technical signals to see which stock is primed for a stronger move.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">AMD: A Chip Giant Under Pressure</h2>
<p>AMD stock has had a brutal year, dropping 33.12% over the past 12 months and down 3.40% year-to-date. Wall Street expects fourth quarter earnings of $1.08 per share on revenue of $7.53 billion, but the stock remains trapped in a strongly bearish trend.</p>
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<p>Technically, AMD stock is flashing multiple sell signals as it trades below its eight-day, 20-day, 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages, reinforcing downward momentum. The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) sits at a negative 2.86, and a Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 43.50 suggests AMD stock is nearing oversold territory.</p>
<p>However, analysts see a silver lining: The most recent ratings from Rosenblatt, Susquehanna and Melius Research set an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMD/analyst-ratings">average price target</a> of $181.33, implying a staggering 57.42% upside.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Qualcomm: Riding The 5G, AI Wave</h2>
<p>Qualcomm stock is on the opposite trajectory, gaining 19.73% in the past year and up 12.24% year-to-date. The company is set to report first quarter earnings on Wednesday, with analysts forecasting $2.96 EPS on $10.92 billion in revenue. </p>
<p>Unlike AMD, Qualcomm's technicals lean bullish.</p>
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<p>QCOM stock trades above its eight-day, 20-day and 50-day moving averages, signaling strength, though it remains below its 200-day SMA. The MACD of 3.57 suggests bullish momentum and an RSI of 62.99 indicates there's still room to run before overbought levels.</p>
<p>Analyst sentiment is more tempered than AMD's, with Barclays, Mizuho and Melius Research setting an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/QCOM/analyst-ratings">average price target</a> of $193.33, implying a 12.75% upside.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Verdict: Will AMD Or Qualcomm Dominate?</h2>
<p>From a technical perspective, Qualcomm holds the edge, boasting bullish momentum and stronger year-to-date gains. AMD, on the other hand, remains in a deep correction but has a high potential upside if it can stage a turnaround. </p>
<p>Investors betting on a rebound may find AMD attractive at these levels, but Qualcomm appears to be the safer pick heading into earnings.</p>
<p>With both companies set to report soon, all eyes are on whether AMD can break out of its slump or if Qualcomm will extend its lead in the semiconductor race.</p>
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</ul>
<p><em>Photo: Shutterstock</em></p>


Technicals

Previews

Tech

QCOM

AMD Vs. Qualcomm: Semiconductor Showdown Ahead Of Earnings

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards SoundHound AI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOUN#NASDAQ">SOUN</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in SOUN usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 13 extraordinary options activities for SoundHound AI. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 61% leaning bullish and 30% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $410,682, and 9 are calls, amounting to $728,691.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $10.0 to $17.0 for SoundHound AI over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in SoundHound AI's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to SoundHound AI's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $10.0 to $17.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>SoundHound AI Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738686635_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SOUN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$5.75</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$292.4K</td>
<td>105</td>
<td>504</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SOUN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$2.9</td>
<td>$2.86</td>
<td>$2.89</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$289.0K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SOUN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/07/25</td>
<td>$2.06</td>
<td>$2.05</td>
<td>$2.06</td>
<td>$13.50</td>
<td>$143.0K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>842</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SOUN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/28/25</td>
<td>$1.79</td>
<td>$1.68</td>
<td>$1.72</td>
<td>$15.50</td>
<td>$61.9K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>250</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SOUN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/07/25</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$0.92</td>
<td>$0.92</td>
<td>$15.50</td>
<td>$55.2K</td>
<td>687</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About SoundHound AI</h3>
<p>SoundHound AI Inc is an innovator of conversational intelligence, offering an independent Voice AI platform that enables businesses across industries to deliver high-quality conversational experiences to customers.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of SoundHound AI, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Current Position of SoundHound AI</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 30,413,463, the price of SOUN is up 11.07% at $15.82. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 23 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on SoundHound AI</h3>
<p>In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $17.0.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from HC Wainwright &amp; Co. has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $26.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Northland Capital Markets continues to hold a Market Perform rating for SoundHound AI, targeting a price of $8. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest SoundHound AI options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


Options

SOUN

A Closer Look at SoundHound AI's Options Market Dynamics

<p>Macquarie  analyst James Hong   upgrades Toyota Motor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TM#NYSE">TM</a>) from Neutral to Outperform.</p>


Macquarie Upgrades Toyota Motor to Outperform

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Bloom Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BE#NYSE">BE</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in BE usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 9 extraordinary options activities for Bloom Energy. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 55% leaning bullish and 11% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $193,860, and 4 are calls, amounting to $142,225.</p>
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $20.0 to $34.0 for Bloom Energy over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Bloom Energy's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Bloom Energy's significant trades, within a strike price range of $20.0 to $34.0, over the past month.</p>
<h3>Bloom Energy 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738686630_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$53.0K</td>
<td>5.6K</td>
<td align="right">101</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$10.5</td>
<td>$10.3</td>
<td>$10.45</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$52.2K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td align="right">148</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$10.8</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$46.6K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$11.7</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$37.1K</td>
<td>114</td>
<td align="right">32</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$6.7</td>
<td>$6.7</td>
<td>$6.7</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$33.5K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Bloom Energy</h3>
<p>Bloom Energy designs, manufactures, sells, and installs solid-oxide fuel cell systems ("Energy Servers") for on-site power generation. Bloom Energy Servers are fuel-flexible and can use natural gas, biogas, and hydrogen to create 24/7 electricity for stationary applications. In 2021, the company announced plans to leverage its technology and enter the electrolyzer market. Bloom primarily sells its systems in the United States and internationally.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Bloom Energy, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Bloom Energy</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 968,444, the price of BE is up by 0.21%, reaching $23.62.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 23 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Bloom Energy</h3>
<p>4 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $22.25.</p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Bloom Energy, which currently sits at a price target of $33.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Truist Securities continues to hold a Hold rating for Bloom Energy, targeting a price of $22.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from B of A Securities keeps a Underperform rating on Bloom Energy with a target price of $18.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from JP Morgan has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Bloom Energy, which currently sits at a price target of $16. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Bloom Energy options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.</p>


Decoding Bloom Energy's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards MARA Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in MARA usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 24 extraordinary options activities for MARA Holdings. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 45% leaning bullish and 37% bearish. Among these notable options, 9 are puts, totaling $986,239, and 15 are calls, amounting to $620,797.</p>
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $5.0 to $50.0 for MARA Holdings during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for MARA Holdings options trades today is 3803.9 with a total volume of 9,652.00.</p>
<p>In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for MARA Holdings's big money trades within a strike price range of $5.0 to $50.0 over the last 30 days.</p>
<h3>MARA Holdings Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738686625_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$4.25</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$4.17</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$458.7K</td>
<td>8.5K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$33.15</td>
<td>$32.3</td>
<td>$33.15</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$265.2K</td>
<td>361</td>
<td>80</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.85</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$5.83</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$116.6K</td>
<td>16.5K</td>
<td>208</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$13.4</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$12.85</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$75.8K</td>
<td>96</td>
<td>59</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>02/07/25</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>$0.26</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$56.6K</td>
<td>11.0K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About MARA Holdings</h3>
<p>MARA Holdings Inc leverages digital asset compute to support the energy transformation. It secures the blockchain ledger and supports the energy transformation by converting clean, stranded, or underutilized energy into economic value.</p>
<p>After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding MARA Holdings, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.</p>
<h3>Where Is MARA Holdings Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 9,360,535, the price of MARA is down by -1.14%, reaching $17.75.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 22 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?</strong></p>
<p>20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights"><strong>Click here for access</strong></a>.</p>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for MARA Holdings, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


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<p>Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 4.14% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.41%. Currently, Stryker has a market capitalization of $149.23 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $100 In SYK:</strong> If an investor had bought $100 of SYK stock 10 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$424.37</strong> today based on a price of $391.46 for SYK at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>Stryker's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738686610_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


$100 Invested In Stryker 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

<p><strong>GoPro, Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPRO#NASDAQ">GPRO</a>) shares are trading higher on Tuesday.</p>
<p>The company has provided details on its supply chain approach in light of recent U.S. tariff announcements. It stated that its varied supply chain would help reduce the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/n43450919/gopros-diversified-camera-supply-chain-minimizes-tariff-impact" rel="noreferrer noopener">possible effects of these tariffs</a>.</p>
<p>&#8220;Over the last few years, we proactively moved our U.S.-bound camera production outside of&nbsp;China, which has significantly reduced the impact of tariffs,&#8221; said&nbsp;<strong>Brian McGee</strong>, CFO and COO of GoPro.</p>
<p>GoPro also emphasized that it doesn&#8217;t expect major adjustments to U.S. consumer prices or profit margins due to the new tariffs on imported goods.</p>
<p>&#8220;We are continuously evaluating and optimizing our supply chain to improve delivery of our products at lower cost,&#8221; McGee added.</p>
<p>The explanation comes as President&nbsp;<strong>Donald Trump</strong> has imposed hefty tariffs on the United States&#8217; three largest trading partners, including <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43423288/trumps-tariffs-are-here-heres-what-will-get-more-expensive-from-canada-china-and-mexico" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mexico, Canada, and China</a>.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, President&nbsp;Trump&#8217;s&nbsp;brief tariff reprieve fueled <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/02/43452791/bitcoin-ethereum-dogecoin-stage-strong-rebound-as-trump-pauses-canada-mexico-tariffs-analyst-flags-significance-of-101000-for-btc" rel="noreferrer noopener">positive sentiment in risk-on markets.</a></p>
<p>The tariffs announced by Trump on Saturday involved a 25% tax on all imports from Mexico and most products from Canada, with the exception of energy-related items like crude oil, which will face a 10% tariff. Furthermore, a 10% duty will be applied to Chinese goods entering the U.S.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43462736/cosmetics-major-estee-lauder-q2-earnings-sales-slump-restructuring-deepens-but-ceo-bets-on-beauty-reimagined" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cosmetics Major Estee Lauder Q2 Earnings: Sales Slump, Restructuring Deepens, But CEO Bets On &#8216;Beauty Reimagined&#8217;</a></strong></p>
<p>The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has <a href="https://www.uschamber.com/international/u-s-chamber-tariffs-are-not-the-answer">cautioned</a> that these tariffs might disrupt supply chains and result in higher costs for American households.</p>
<p>The company will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended&nbsp;December 31, 2024, after the market closes on&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/n43040861/gopro-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-earnings-webcast" rel="noreferrer noopener">Thursday, February 6, 2025</a>.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Price Action</strong>: GPRO shares are trading higher by 8.04% at $0.9594 at the last check Tuesday.</p>
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